Former President Trump is pressuring Utah over a proposed AI bill aimed at enhancing child safety, while Governor Spencer Cox argues for state autonomy in regulating such technology. The White House has expressed strong opposition to Republican Rep. Doug Fiefia’s HB286, characterizing it as “unfixable” and detrimental to the administration’s vision for AI innovation. This legislation, inspired by the tragic story of a young boy who allegedly faced harmful interactions with an AI chatbot, seeks to impose strict regulations on AI companies, including requirements to disclose risks and report safety incidents. Cox insists that states should take the lead in safeguarding their residents, particularly children, from potential AI harms.
Spencer Cox opposes Trump administration’s interference in Utah AI bill
